TRIPROLIDINE belongs to the class of antihistamines. It is used to provide relief from symptoms of allergy, hay fever, and a common cold, such as a runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and a blocked nose. The common cold is an infection of the nose and throat caused by viruses.
TRIPROLIDINE contains Triprolidine as an active ingredient, which belongs to the class of sedating antihistamines. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.
TRIPROLIDINE may cause side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, dry mouth, constipation, anxiety, and trouble sleeping. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, consult your doctor immediately. Take TRIPROLIDINE as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not use TRIPROLIDINE if you are allergic to it or any other contents in it. Inform your doctor if you have any history of liver/kidney disease, epilepsy, asthma, breathing problems, and heart disease before taking TRIPROLIDINE. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting TRIPROLIDINE. TRIPROLIDINE is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established.
Common cold and allergies.
TRIPROLIDINE contains Triprolidine as an active ingredient, which belongs to the class of sedating antihistamines. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. This helps provide relief from allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness.
Let your doctor know about your complete medical and medication history to rule out any side effects. TRIPROLIDINE is contraindicated in patients who have glaucoma, gastrointestinal problems, especially stomach or duodenal ulcers, prostrate problems, bladder problems, or taking monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). TRIPROLIDINE may cause drowsiness, so do not take alcohol as it causes excessive drowsiness. Also, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are drowsy. Caution should be exercised if you have any history of liver/kidney disease, epilepsy, asthma, breathing problems, and heart disease while taking TRIPROLIDINE. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age as the safety is not established. Limited information is available for the use of the medicine in special populations. Hence, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking the medicine.
Drug-Drug Interactions: TRIPROLIDINE may interact with other antihistamines (cetirizine, diphenhydramine), MAO inhibitors (moclobemide, phenelzine, tranylcypromine), sedatives (zolpidem), tricyclic antidepressants, opioid analgesics, hypnotics, anti-epileptic (phenytoin), etc.
Drug-Food Interactions: Consumption of alcohol increases the risk of side effects.
Drug-Disease Interactions: TRIPROLIDINE should be used with caution in patients with uncontrolled asthma, high blood pressure, heart diseases, or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).
Alcohol consumption may increase the risk of side effects. Hence, avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with TRIPROLIDINE.
If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking TRIPROLIDINE. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking TRIPROLIDINE. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
TRIPROLIDINE may cause drowsiness. So, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery while using this medicine if you are drowsy.
If you have a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before taking TRIPROLIDINE. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
If you have a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before taking TRIPROLIDINE. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
TRIPROLIDINE is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established.
Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by viruses, mainly 'rhinovirus' affecting your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). In most cases, cold symptoms are recovered within a week or ten days. However, symptoms might last longer in people who smoke or are exposed to allergens like dust, pollutants, etc. It mostly occurs due to chemicals, air pollution, pet danders, dust, pollen hairs, seasonal allergies like hay fever, etc. Common cold symptoms include stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pain, mild headache, sneezing, low-grade fever, and feeling unwell (malaise).